Program Officer ,Community Engagement for Vulnerable Populations

Job Overview

The Program Officer, Community Engagement for Vulnerable Populations, will further IRC efforts in the Resettlement, Asylum, and Integration (RAI) unit to build and harness key community partnerships, particularly with Ukrainian diaspora networks in the US. The Program Officer works within the HQ Resettlement Team and reports to Director, Client & Community Engagement.

Major Responsibilities

• Collaborate with local program offices and HQ staff to identify partnership needs and opportunities

• Support offices and headquarters with internal vetting, contracting, MOUs, and other processes for formal partnership agreements in alignment with IRC systems

• Create and implement national partnership engagement strategies

• Provide technical assistance to offices on the creation and implementation of partner engagement plans and strategies

• Build new partnerships with diaspora networks and strengthen and sustain partnerships with existing networks

• Facilitate listening sessions

• Create and maintain regular communication/feedback cycle with partners and stakeholders

• Relay Ukrainian diaspora community priorities and interests to RAI leadership and partners

• Represent IRC at stakeholder meetings as assigned

• Create tools, fact sheets, presentations, templates, and other culturally-informed resources and methods to support national and local outreach

• Deliver briefings and presentations to national and local diaspora networks, and support staff and leadership for briefings and presentations

• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Social Work, International Affairs, or related field highly desirable

Work Experience:

• Minimum four years’ relevant progressive non-profit work experience
• Experience in community engagement, government relations, partnership development, donor relations, and/or external affairs ideal

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• Fluent in English, Ukrainian and/or Russian
• Knowledge of the primary needs, barriers, and opportunities of Ukrainian communities in the US
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of US Refugee Resettlement Programs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as, an overall ability to be clear and concise in all communications.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; proven ability to prioritize and deliver on time.
• Ability to work both independently and in a dynamic, cross-functional global team structure.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite. Basic visual design skills a plus (PowerPoint, Infographics, Publisher)
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to develop practical strategies and willingness to provide hands-on support
• Ability to manage others and work through change in a proactive and positive manner.

Working Environment:

Flexibility for either remote or in-office working arrangements. Position requires some flexibility to participate in meetings or calls outside of regular working hours when needed.

Occasional travel to other IRC locations may be required.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires candidates who are selected for interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for this position.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $120 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.